Victor Young, in English and everything!
IPod junkie | DC, USA | 08/25/2005
(4 out of 5 stars)
"First, the titles...
1. East of Eden
2. The Call of the Far Away Hills
3. Terry's Theme
4. Tara's Theme
5. The Song of Moulin Rouge (Give Me your Heart)
6. Under Paris Skies
7. La Vie En Rose
8. Autumn Leaves
9. The High and the Mighty
10.Cathy
11.Around the World
12.For Whom the Bell Tolls
13.Smile
14.Ruby
15.A Place in the Sun
16.Hi-Lilli Hi-Lo
17.My Foolish Heart
18.Love Letters
19.Anna
20.Stella by Starlight
Unfortunately, all other information on the disc and in the booklet is in Japanese. I know Victor Young composed some of this music, including "Stella by Starlight," "My Foolish Heart" (beautiful melody!)and "Love Letters." It is possible that all these selections are from motion pictures (the cover is from "Shane", for example),but I can't swear to it. I wish I knew if Victor Young is conducting, and for that matter, what orchestra is playing. Regardless, the arrangements are quite beautiful.
The recording quality is very good, but there is some noise on the first track. Hence the less-than-highest rating.
If you like orchestral instrumentals, and/or appreciate the genius and artistry of Victor Young, this album is a must-have.
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There's better...
A Reader | La Jolla, CA United States | 01/13/2007
(3 out of 5 stars)
"There's a better CD for music of Victor Young: "Cinema Rhapsodies: Musical Genius of Victor Young," and Amazon has it. Check it out instead. Good liner notes IN ENGLISH and seemingly carefully compiled by a label and producer. Much better sound too, though it still smacks of '50s soundtrack quality."
Track Listings (20) - Disc #1